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SHORTLISTED MULTIDISCIPLINARY AND MULTI-INSTITUTIONAL PROPOSALS: 2016/2017FY S/N o Name Gend er Affiliation Discipline Project Title 1 Prof. Esther Magiri F Cooperative University of Kenya Agriculture Sciences Evaluation of the suitability of human solid waste from green toilet system as fertilizers for Agricultural use 2 Dr. Monica Mburu F Dedan Kimathi University of Technology Agriculture Sciences The potential of chia (salvia hispanica l.) Farming in Kenya for improved food security, nutrition and health 3 Dr. Meshak Obonyo M Egerton University Agriculture Sciences Mitigating the Adverse Health Effects of Aflatoxins by Reducing Human Consumption: A Value 4 Dr. Judith K. Chemulit F Egerton University Agriculture Sciences Improving productivity and market access for indigenous chicken producers in Western Kenya 5 Dr. Stephen Abwao M Egerton University Agriculture Sciences Using biotechnology tools to enhance breeding and sustainable use of taro (Colocasia sp); anorphaned but highly promising food and nutritional security crop in Kenya

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SHORTLISTED MULTIDISCIPLINARY AND MULTI-INSTITUTIONAL PROPOSALS: 2016/2017FY

S/No

Name Gender

Affiliation Discipline Project Title

1 Prof. Esther Magiri F Cooperative University of Kenya

Agriculture Sciences

Evaluation of the suitability of human solid waste from green toilet system as fertilizers for Agricultural use

2 Dr. Monica Mburu F Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Agriculture Sciences

The potential of chia (salvia hispanica l.) Farming in Kenya for improved food security, nutrition and health

3 Dr. Meshak Obonyo M Egerton University Agriculture Sciences

Mitigating the Adverse Health Effects of Aflatoxins by Reducing Human Consumption: A Value

4 Dr. Judith K. Chemulit

F Egerton University Agriculture Sciences

Improving productivity and market access for indigenous chicken producers in Western Kenya

5 Dr. Stephen Abwao M Egerton University Agriculture Sciences

Using biotechnology tools to enhance breeding and sustainable use of taro (Colocasia sp); anorphaned but highly promising food and nutritional security crop in Kenya

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6 Prof. Josphat Matasyoh

M Egerton University Agriculture Sciences

Development of biopesticides from medicinal plants and their microbial endophytes for the control of maize and bean pathogens

7 Dr. Agnes Kavoo F JKUAT Agriculture Sciences

Pathogen diversity, host-plant resistance and disease management strategies of finger millet Magnaportthe oryzae blast in Kenya

8 Dr. Cecilia M Mweu F JKUAT Agriculture Sciences

Collection, conservation and characterization of economically important doum palm: Towards increased food security in Kenya

9 Dr. Gicheha Mathew Gitau

M JKUAT Agriculture Sciences

Mass production and utilization of edible insects and cassava meal for feed security and improvement of livelihood for smallholders farmers in Kenya

10 Dr. Beth W. Ndungu F KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing production, utilization and commercialization of green-shelled beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) for improved nutrition and livelihoods in

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Kenya

11 Dr. Christine Ndinya Omboke

F KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Promoting African indegenous vegetables and poultry integration improved food security, nutrition and income of small holder farmers in Western Kenya

12 Dr. Benjamin Muli M KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing Ecologically Resilient Food Security Through Climate Smart Farming Systems in the Semi-Arid Lands of Kenya

13 Dr. Jane Wamaitha Mwathi

F KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Use of Genomics and Bioinformatics tools to offer solutions for the menace caused by maize lethal necrosis disease in Africa, a case study of Kenya

14 Dr. Lawrence M. Godia

M KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Developing strategies to enhance utilization of the improved Trypanotolerant orma boran cattle breed in Kenya

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15 Dr. Muo Kasina M KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing performance of Macadamia value chain for improved productivity, incomes and employment in Kenya

16 Dr. Stella Makokha F KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Assessing the Efficacy of Genetic Fingerprinting as Tool for Tracking Diffusion and Adoption of Maize Varieties in Kenya

17 Dr. Yatinder Singh Binepal

M KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Socio-Economic Study and Development of Rapid Innovative Diagnostic Tests for Economically Important Diseases

18 Eston S. Njeru M KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing the Contribution of Moringa oleifera (Lamarck) to Soil Health, Climate Resilience and Community Livelihoods in Kenya

19 Finyange Nicodemu Pole

M KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Improving Smallholder farmers' income through enhanced productivity, post-harvest technologies, value addition and marketing of mango products in Kwale, Lamu and Tana-river

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counties coastal Kenya

20 Dr. John Ojiem M KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Enhancement of climate smart vegetable production and commercialization in Lake Victoria Region of Kenya

21 Ms Linah Muhonja F KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Productivity of High Value Horticultural Crops through Innovative Technologies in Diverse Agro-Ecological Zones of Kenya for Food Security, Nutrition and Commercialization

22 Dr. Charity Gathambiri

F KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing productivity and commercialization of banana and plantain for food and nutrition security through development and dissemination of technologies

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23 Rachel Opole F KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing finger millet production through access to high quality seed, adequate marketing, and post-harvest processing and utilization among farmers in western Kenya

24 Tony Kipkoech Maritim

M KALRO Agriculture Sciences

Evaluation of clonal adaptability trials for cultivar-site matching

25 Dr. Richard C. Muoki M KALRO -Tea Research Agriculture Sciences

Product diversification, value addition and branding of Kenyan tea using Geographical Indicators

26 Ms. Getrude O. Alwora

F KALRO-CRI Agriculture Sciences

Development and Promotion of Biological Control Approaches for the Management of Coffee Pests

27 Prof. Gilbert Nduru M Karatina University Agriculture Sciences

Formulation, promotion and curriculum development of value added purple tea production in Kenya

28 Dr. Samwel Mbuku M KARLO - Veterinary Research

Agriculture Sciences

Farmers access to improved cattle genetics in Kenya: An accelerated dairy heifers delivery model utilizing reproductive technologies

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29 Dr. Joshua M . Njiru M KEBS Agriculture Sciences

Food security and forensics: Development and use of proteomics and DNA-based technologies for the detection of adulterated and counterfeited meat and meat products in Kenya

30 Mr. Michael M. Okeyo

M KEFRI Agriculture Sciences

Promotion of terminalia brownii propagation for agroforestry, livelihood improvement and resilience to climate change in the drylands of Kenya

31 Dr. James M Mwaluma

M KEMFRI Agriculture Sciences

Design and optimization of marine cage culture systems for rabbitfish (Siganus argenteus) and tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in Kwale and Kilifi County (DOCS)

32 Dr. Eng. Calvin Onyango

M KIRDI Agriculture Sciences

Upgrading artisanal nyirinyiri processing technologies in N. Kenya to enhance quality, safety and market access

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33 Eng. Patrick Kuloba M KIRDI Agriculture Sciences

Production of polyphenol and gamma amino butyric acid enhanced Kenyan made tea for efficacy determination and clinical studies for migration against cancer, diabetes and high blood pressure in Kenya

34 Dr. Abdul Faraj M KU Agriculture Sciences

Improving cowpea productivity and utilization for enhanced food and nutrition security in Eastern Kenya (ICoFONSEC)

35 Dr. Catherine W. Muui

F KU Agriculture Sciences

Development of seed multiplication system and industry network of low soil fertility and drought tolerant genotypes of sorghum as a strategy to combat food insecurity, poverty and climate change in marginalized zones, Kenya.

36 Dr. Grace Kamotho F KU Agriculture Sciences

Improving food security by reducing post-harvest losses in maize in lower Eastern Kenya

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37 Dr. Jessica Mbaka F KU Agriculture Sciences

Improving tomato productivity through development, validation and dissemination of innovative technologies for management of bacterial wilt, white flies and Tuta absoluta

38 Dr. Steven Runo M KU Agriculture Sciences

Interdisciplinary Striga Management approaches (ISMA)

39 Dr. Maina Mwangi M KU Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing Agri-Business, Livelihoods and Environment Through Better Management of Major Pests and Diseases of Horticultural Crops in Eastern and Central Kenya (ENABLE-HORT)

40 Dr. Omwoyo Ombori M KU Agriculture Sciences

Participatory approach in the production and acclimatization of planting materials and management of postharvest losses of banans in Kisii, Nyamira and Embu Counties, Kenya

41 Dr. Richard O. Oduor M KU Agriculture Sciences

An integrated Approach to Advanced Research on Locally

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Developed and Safe Genetically Modified Foods

42 Prof. George Odhiambo

M Maseno University Agriculture Sciences

Mitigation of Climate Change through Sustainable Integration of Maize Based Agro-Forestry Systems for Food Security and Poverty Reduction in Western

43 Mr. Dominic S. Kiogora

M Meru University of Science and Technology

Agriculture Sciences

Agronomic trials and microbial investigation on the production and symbiotic potential of lentils (Lens culinaris medikus) on different agroecological zones

44 Prof. Dickson Nyariki F Murang'a University of Technology

Agriculture Sciences

Youth empowerment and capacity strengthening for post-secondary training in agriculture, water and environment

45 Dr. Rewe Thomas M Pwani University Agriculture Sciences

Optimizing small-scale biogas technology for household energy and improvement of soil fertility within coffess dairy production systems

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46 Prof. Augustino O. Onkware

M Rongo University Agriculture Sciences

Sustainable Post-processing Technologies for improved Livelihoods among rural communities in Kerio-Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya

47 Dr. Daniel Mutyambai

M SEKU Agriculture Sciences

Development of integrated push-pull management strategy for false codling moth for smallholder horticultural farmers

48 Dr. Kenneth Mburu M South Eastern University Agriculture Sciences

The use of tissue culture and recombinant DNA techniques for the development of drought tolerant pigeon peas

49 Prof. Joseph Muluvi M South Eastern University Agriculture Sciences

Development of Moringa for improved health, nutrition and household water purification

50 Dr. Marrianne Mughenda

F Taita Taveta University Agriculture Sciences

Assessment of select rice varieties for smallholder farming systems in the wetlands and highlands of Taita-Taveta county

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51 Prof. Nancy Budambula

F University of Embu Agriculture Sciences

Characterization of Crotalaria brevidens (MITOO), an economically important medicinal vegetable and a trap crop for Striga hermonthica

52 Dr. Ngetich K. Felix M University of Embu Agriculture Sciences

Towardsquantifying Green House Gas emissions and deriving emission factors from organic and inorganic fertilizer from organic and inorganic farming systems of Kenya

53 Prof. Gikuru Mwithiga

M University of Embu Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing the industrial production of essential oils in Kenya for improved livestock

54 Dr. David K. Nyamasia

M UON Agriculture Sciences

Improved livelihood through integrated potato (solamum tuberosum) production and marketing innovations in Kenya

55 Dr. Andrew Thaiyah M UON Agriculture Sciences

Camel elrlichiosis and its impact on communities in camel keeping regions of Northern Kenya with a view of designing an

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intervention strategy

56 Dr. Dorcus A.O. Sigana

F UoN Agriculture Sciences

Integrating black soldier fly larvae, Spirulina and mosquito larvae into fish feed as alternative protein sources for sustainable aquaculture development for

57 Dr. Esther Kanduma F UoN Agriculture Sciences

Development and validation of rapid pen-side diagnostic for detection of major tick-born diseases of livestock

58 Dr. Jane Ambuko F UoN Agriculture Sciences

Adaptation and upscaling of tested and applicable post-harvest technologies for smallholder horticultural formers to reduce postharvest losses

59 Dr. Kahiu Ngugi M UoN Agriculture Sciences

Harnessing the genetic resources of Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L) in Kenya to improve drought tolerance and Striga resistance of farmer preferred

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cultivars for climate change adaptation by utilizing innovative genomic, value chain and participatory approaches

60 Prof. Charles K. Gachene

M UoN Agriculture Sciences

Bridging dry spells for high value vegetable cropping through supplemental drip irrigation

61 Prof. Eunice W. Mutitu

F UoN Agriculture Sciences

Identification, development and formulation of biological control agents and metabolites in integrated plant disease management

62 Prof. Paul M. Kimani M UON Agriculture Sciences

Enhancing Food and Nutrition Security, Value Addition, Income, Demanded, Stress tolerant Bean and Pigeon pea Innovations in Kenya

63 Prof. Richard Mukabana

M UoN Agriculture Sciences

Creating Wealth and Social Equity from Mosquito Larval Habitats

64 Dr. Paul Sifuna Oshule

M Mt Kenya University Biological Sciences

Biodegradation of acaricidal residues in the environment: Curbing accumulation of organophosphat

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es in milk and milk products

65 Dr. Romano Mwirichia

M University of Embu Biological Sciences

Bioprospecting for Bioactive metabolites and biological control agents from soil and aquatic habitats in Kenya

66 Prof. Eucharia Kenya F University of Embu Biological Sciences

Bioprospecting cellulases for bioethanol production on organic wastes in Kenya

67 Dr. Edward K. Muge M UoN Biological Sciences

In cooperating Local Microbes Towards Integrated Effective Industrial Waste Treatment and

68 Dr. Wycliffe C. Wanyonyi

M University of Kabianga Chemistry Development of Biodegrable Thermoplastic and polymers from Waste Feathers Using Enzymatic Technology for Clean Environment

69 Prof. George O. Rading

M UoN Engineering Cyclic economy inspired product innovations for sustainable and low cost construction with optional solar cell integration (eco-construct)

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70 Prof. Madara Ogot M UoN Engineering An empirical analysis of air quality and its socio-economic impacts in the Nairobi metropolitan area

71 Prof. Mary W. Gikungu

F JKUAT Environment Sciences

Pollinator and natural enemies’ protection from pesticides through Bio-vectoring technology using managed bees (Honeybees and stingless bees) for improved agricultural productivity and environmental health

72 Dr. J.M. Gichumba M Chuka University Environmental Sciences

Use of locally available plant resources for phyto-remediation of potable contaminated water by endocrine disrupting chemicals

73 Dr. Peter Njoroge M JKUAT Environmental Sciences

Using temporal & spatial changes in bird distributions as an early warning for climate & environmental change in Kenya

74 Prof. John Gathenya M JKUAT Environmental Sciences

Flash floods and erosion in Enkare Narok Basin :Cuses and management

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75 Dr. Peter Macharia M KARLO Environmental Sciences

Using climate smart agricultural technologies, remote sensing and GIS for ecological restoration of Lake Magadi catchment in Kajiado County

76 Ebby Chagala- Odero F KEFRI Environmental Sciences

Enhancing productivity of Plantation forests in Kenya Through tree improvement

77 Mr. Kamondo Bernard M.

M KEFRI Environmental Sciences

Propagation of sandalwood for livelihoods support, adaptation to climate change & conservation of its genepool

78 Dr. Christopher M. Aura

M KEMFRI Environmental Sciences

Which river catchment pollutes Lake Victoria, Kenya the most? A proof of concept for management implications

79 Jane Nyamora F KEMFRI Environmental Sciences

Bioaccumulation and Bio-magnification of metals and pesticides in the food chain along the Kenyan Coast and assessment of Human Risks

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80 Dr. James Kimondo M Kenya Forestry Research Institute

Environmental Sciences

Integrated collaborative research on climate change, water resources and food security in upper Ewaso Ngiro river basin for sustainable management and enhanced ecosystem health

81 Joan M. Njagi F Kenyatta University Environmental Sciences

Determination of levels of ionizing radiation in Human habitat, water and food: a potential cause of the rising cancer incidences in Kenya

82 Felix Ming’ate M KU Environmental Sciences

Establishing Optimal community forest access and management units for enhanced community livelihoods and better forest management

83 Dr. Stephen Sikolia Fedha

M Maseno University Environmental Sciences

Effects of climate change and anthropogenic processes on the vegetation change and primary productivity patterns along altitudinal gradient in western region

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84 Dr. Benson M. Mwangi

M Murang’a University of Technology

Environmental Sciences

Conservation and restoration of wetland ecosystems for sustainable livelihood in Muranga county, Kenya

85 Dr. Beatrice N. Khayota

F National Museums of Kenya Environmental Sciences

Biodiversity, Socio-Economic and Development Options in Ngong Hills Forest Ecosystem

86 Dr. Oliver Nasirwa F National Museums of Kenya Environmental Sciences

An ecosystem approach to Disaster Risk Reduction in flood and drought prone areas in Nzoia River Catchment and Basin

87 Dr. Charles Kimani M South Eastern Kenya University

Environmental Sciences

Climate smart rainwater harvesting and conservation technologies for improved food security in selected parts of Kitui County

88 Dr. Luke Olang M TUK Environmental Sciences

Drought Early Warning Systems for Drought Risk Management in Kenya

89 Prof Joseph Lalah M TUK Environmental Sciences

Environmental and Human Health Indicators Of Chemical Pollution From Large Scale Farming and Industries In Kenya: Capacity

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Building

90 Dr. Elizabeth Okwuosa

F University of Eldoret Environmental Sciences

Methods for monitoring & accounting for environmental co-benefits of soil carbon & greenhouse fluxes and tradeoff analysis of land management systems in Kenya

91 Dr. Frank O. Masese F University of Eldoret Environmental Sciences

development of a National Biomonitoring protocol and assessment of the ecological status of riverside ecosystems in Kenya

92 Mr. Mule Shadrack M University of Kabianga Environmental Sciences

Rapid environmental, assessment of residual pesticides on selected wetland ecosystems, Kenya

93 Ms. Brexidis Mandila F University of Kabianga Environmental Sciences

Variations in tree biodiversity, carbon stock and litter nutrient concentration in tropical forests along precipitation and temperature gradient in Kenya

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94 Dr. Robert M. Chura M UoN Environmental Sciences

Restoration of Degraded Rangelands: Case Study of Mixed Use Community Land and Lake Nakuru National Park

95 Dr. Mwangi Githiru M Wildlife Works Carbon Trust Environmental Sciences

Towards sustainable charcoal production in a natural dryland forest ecosystem, SE Kenya

96 Dr. Charles Lange M National Museums Of Kenya

Environmental Sciences

Geo-mapping riparian zones/lands for catalyzing sustainable development in the designated special economic zones in Kenya

97 Dr. Mzee Ngunga M Aga Khan Univeristy Health Sciences

A Registry For Acute Coronary Syndromes (Acs), Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation And Venous Thromboembolism In Kenya: The Heart Registry

98 Dr. Dennis K. Rono M Egerton University Health Sciences

Rheumatic Heart Disease: Regulatory T-Cell Levels Complementing Echocardiographic case Identification

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99 Prof. Charles Muleke M Egerton University Health Sciences

Enhancing public health awareness on food safety risks associated with livestock feeding practices in the petri-urban slums of Kisumu city, Kenya

100 Dr. Daniel Masiga M ICIPE Health Sciences

Magnitude and dynamics of Visceral and Cutaneous Leishmaniasis transmission in Baringo, Nyandarua and Nakuru Counties in Kenya

101 Dr. Elijah K. Githui M IPR Health Sciences

Rapid differential diagnosis kit for mixed and zoonotic malaria based on uniquel conserved plasmodial gene tetex

102 Dr. John M. Kagira M IPR Health Sciences

Evolution of the Efficacy and Safety of a New Formulation of Suramin and Arginase Inhibitor Combination in the Treatment of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia

103 Dr. Lucy Ochola F IPR Health Sciences

A Preclinical animal model model for evaluating the efficacy of nano-formulated antimalarial drugs during

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pregnancy

104 Dr. Peter Mwethera M IPR Health Sciences

Efficacy of different crassullaceae extracts on management of type 2 diabetes in olive baboons

105 Mr. Elephas Munene M IPR Health Sciences

An investigation of Leishmania-HIV-1 co-infections using a non-human primate model of HIV/AIDS

106 Dr. Bernard Ogutu M KEMRI Health Sciences

Formulation and preclinical testing of novel nanoparticle-based triple combination antimalarial drug

107 Dr. Joel Lutomia M KEMRI Health Sciences

Genetic and ecological variation among Ae. Aegypti populations in wild, rural and urban habitats across Kenya: A measure of the risks of emerging infectious disease transmission

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108 Dr. John Kiiru M KEMRI Health Sciences

Application of Shotgun Metagenomic to Investigate the Role of Sewerage Systems as Sources of Pathogens Implication in Outbreaks and as Hotspots for Evolution of Bacteria Antimicrobial Resistance Genepool in Kenya

109 Mr. James Kariuki Ngumo

M KEMRI Health Sciences

Strengthening counties capacity for evidence-based decisions and intervention support systems through more effective use and application of knowledge

110 Dr. Samuel Mburu M Kirinyaga University Health Sciences

Targeting the seven cancer hallmarks by modulation of oxidative stress-induced inflammation and immune activation: A radical therapeutic approach

111 Prof. Michael Gicheru

M KU Health Sciences

Epidemiology of leishmaniasis in Western Pokot and development of strategies foe effective disease control

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112 Dr. Gordon Oluoch M KU Health Sciences

Investigation of platelet activation in relation to procoagulant biomarkers in HIV associated ischaemic stroke patients in Kenya

113 Dr. James Nonoh M KU Health Sciences

Human Foot Bacterial Communities Producing Chemical Constituents that Mediate Attraction of Malaria Vector Anopheles gambiae to the Preferred Feeding Site

114 Dr. David M. Onyango

M Maseno University Health Sciences

Molecular application of protein phosphatase 2A in Cyanobacteria microcystin quantification and degradation in water purification systems

115 Prof. Collins Ouma M Maseno University Health Sciences

Genetic basis of epstein barr virus (EBV) , a risk factor foe endemic burkitt's lympoma

116 Dr. Guyo S. Huka M Meru University of Science and Technology

Health Sciences

Competence network foe e-inclusion and assistive technologies (CNEAT)

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117 Dr. Zainab Gura F Ministry of Health Health Sciences

Systematic Review of oncology research in Kenya: towards an evidence informed cancer control strategy

118 Prof. Maurice Omolo M MMUST Health Sciences

Bio-prospecting for Phytochemical Repellants and bio-pesticides of the Jigger Flea Tunga penetrans from the Western Kenya Flora

119 Dr. Catherine M. Mwende

M Mt. Kenya University Health Sciences

Gene-environment interactions in the genesis of substance dependence, psychosis and relapse in Kenya

120 Dr. Jesse Gitaka M Mt. Kenya University Health Sciences

Combating Antibiotic Resistance using Guidelines and Enhanced Stewardship In Kenya: An Implementation Science Approach

121 Mr. Francis Makokha M Mt. Kenya University Health Sciences

Genomic Approaches for Understanding Breast Cancer Progression in Kenyan Patients

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122 Prof. Njeri Wamae F Mt. Kenya University Health Sciences

Entomological surveillance, characterization and ecological niche sampling of malaria and vector species in Embu county, Kenya

123 Mr. Bernard Agwanga

M National Museums of Kenya Health Sciences

Spill over Risk Assessment and surveillance of Infectious bat-borne viruses of public health concern in Kenya (SORASIB)

124 Mr. Solomon Cheboi M National Museums of Kenya Health Sciences

Assessing indigenous cancer palliavate care approaches for improved quality of life and enhancing conservation of medical plants

125 Dr. Rashid A. Aman Male Strathmore University Health Sciences

Investigating the association between diabetes and tuberculosis in Kenya patients

126 Dr. Rahma Udu Yusuf F TUM Health Sciences

Demonstrating the effect of Black seed ( Nigella sativa L) as a novel treatment for protozoa infections

127 Dr. Victor T. Jeza M TUM Health Sciences

Schistosomiasis Infection in Women of Reproductive Age: Patho-physiological and

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128 Dr. Kefa O. Bosire M University of Nairobi Health Sciences

Mapping and Profiling for Venoms from Snakes, Arthropods and Poisoning Mnagement Practise by Communities in Kenya

129 Dr. Nelson O. Amugune

M UoN Health Sciences

Drug Development of antibiotics from novel sources:Xenorhabdus bacteria from Kenya

130 Dr. Thaiyah G. Andrew

M UoN Health Sciences

Investigation of camel heart water (Ehrlichiosis) and Anaplasmosis in Northern Kenya - an emerging disease

131 Prof. Linda K. Ethangata

F African Nazarene University Ict Use of emerging ICT to build a bridge to the divide between academic research and healthy living: A case of Aflatoxin

132 Prof. Julius Kipkemboi

M Egerton University Ict Real-time Environmental Monitoring Using Innovative Wireless Sensor Technology: Using Lake Nakuru as a case study

133 Makworo Edwin Obwoge

M Kisii University Ict Assessment of E-Learning Readiness Status of Primary Schools

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Implementing Teaching and Learning Digital Devices in Kisii County

134 Dr. Elizaphan Muuro F KU Ict Enhancing e-learning Using Artificial Intelligence Techniques

135 Dorothy M. Kalui F Meru University ff Science & Technology

Ict Participatory sensing in Kenya: Preconditions for successful implementation

136 Dr. Gilbert B. Mugeni M MMUST Ict A Model and Implementation for an Internet of things (Iot) Based Big Data Analytics System for Disaster Prediction and Management

137 Dr. Patrick K. Wamuyu

M USIU Ict Development of a citizen observatory early warning system for out break

138 Maria Canudo F USIU Ict Social Media and internet consumption in Kenya: Trend and Practices

139 Dr. Joseph N. Kamau M JKUAT Physics Development of small wind-solar hybrid system for electrification of rural households in Kenya

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140 Dr. George Muthike M KEFRI Physics Strength and treatability properties of various Eucalyptus species for electricity transmission poles in Kenya

141 Dr. Kalambuka H. Angeyo

M UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI Physics Multimodal Spectrometric Characterization of Uranium and thorium bearing mineral ores in the high background radiation areas (HBRA) of Kenya

142 Dr. Benard Muok M JOOUST Renewable Energy

Market based Approach for the Diffusion of Clean Cooking Solutions in Kenya

143 Dr. Scolastica Njeri Kariuki

F Daystar University Social Sciences The link between values education and environmental sustainability: Determining effective approaches in delivering values education for environment sustainability among school going children and Truck Drivers.

144 Prof. Mark Okere M Egerton University Social Sciences Status of community policing: Impact on incidences of criminal activities, mechanisms,

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challenges and policy prospects in selected Counties of Kenya

145 Dr. Charles Omoke M JOOUST Social Sciences Promoting awareness and participation of PWDs in education and other community based programmes in Siaya county, Kenya

146 Dr. Kenneth Wanjau M Karatina University Social Sciences Effect of entrepreneurial orientation on the relationship between ICT competencies and open innovation success amongst Medium Sized Enterprises in Kenya.

147 Dr. Mugo Muhia M KU Social Sciences Hansard report production process in the devolved government structure in Kenya and its implication for democratic governance.

148 Prof. Grace Bunyi F KU Social Sciences As assessment of the Production of Education Research and its Utilisation for Policy Formulation, Programme Development

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and Implementation in Kenya

149 Dr. Geoffrey Maroko M Machakos University Social Sciences A situational analysis of intervention measures in management of HIV and Aids Prevalence in Kisii County

150 Dr. Mildred Ayere F Maseno University Social Sciences Integrating Research Competency in Undergraduate Teacher Education Programme for Mathematics Students at Maseno University

151 Prof. Sussy Gumo F Maseno University Social Sciences An Investigation of the Role of African Independent Churches in the Control of HIV and Aids Infection In Kisumu County

152 Dr. Benson Njoroge M Mt Kenya University Social Sciences Effectiveness of offline study desk on prison education

153 Dr. Francis Muregi M Mt Kenya University Social Sciences Bridging the Gap between Science and Cultural Religious Practices through Science Communication

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154 Dr. Ciriaka Gitonga M Pan Africa Christian University

Social Sciences Enhancing Youth Employability readiness through Career Mapping in Kenya

155 Samuel Ndungu M Sawa Research Consultants Social Sciences Factors contributing to influx of street children in urban towns in Kenya

156 Dr. Wycliffe Ombaka M The Co-operative University of Africa

Social Sciences Analysis of Spatial Distribution, Capacity and Cooperation among Disaster Risk Management Actors in Kenya

157 Prof. Emily A. Akuno F TUK Social Sciences Enhancing creativity for youth empowerment and community development

158 Dr. Lucy W. Njagi F UoN Social Sciences An exploration of determinants that attract Kenyan youth to violent extremism: A capacity building approach